Apple today expanded its Apple Manufacturing Academy with new virtual programming. World-class manufacturing training has been created for small and medium-sized businesses across the country looking to accelerate their ability to innovate and adopt advanced technology. Designed by Apple experts, this free resource reflects the company’s long-term commitment to strengthening the country’s advanced manufacturing sector. The initiative is part of Apple’s plan to invest $600 billion in the US economy over the next four years and fuel the next generation of homegrown innovation.
“At Apple, we believe in the power of American ingenuity and are proud to offer even more opportunities to support small and medium-sized companies across the country,” said Sabih Khan, Apple’s chief operating officer. “By making the Apple Manufacturing Academy curriculum available online, we’re opening the door for even more businesses and workers to build cutting-edge expertise, helping strengthen U.S. competitiveness and fostering the growth of advanced manufacturing nationwide.”
Available starting today, the virtual courses cover a wide range of advanced manufacturing topics, including automation, predictive maintenance, quality control optimization, and machine learning with vision. Additionally, the program offers professional development training in areas such as communication and presentation skills, equipping participants with comprehensive resources to thrive in today’s competitive environment. This initial set of online materials represents the first phase of the Apple Manufacturing Academy curriculum and will continue to expand as the program evolves.
Launched in partnership with Michigan State University (MSU), the Apple Manufacturing Academy in Detroit first opened its doors in August and has since provided hands-on training and consulting to more than 80 businesses from states including Florida, Indiana, Michigan, Missouri and Utah. Building on this momentum, new virtual programming—developed by MSU faculty and Apple industry experts—expands access to this curriculum, allowing business owners and entrepreneurs to strengthen and expand their home manufacturing capabilities through flexible, on-demand digital learning.